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💥 Crash risk🩹 Injury riskNHTSA 13V233📅 Jun 4, 2013

2010–2012 Jeep Compass & 2010–2012 Jeep Patriot recall: airbag

⚠️ What's wrong

Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2010-2012 Jeep Compass and Patriot vehicles manufactured May 6, 2008, through July 20, 2012. The affected vehicles have a software error which may result in a delayed deployment or non-deployment of the seatbelt pre-tensioners and/or side airbags.

💥 The risk

In the event of a rollover necessitating airbag deployment, the software error can lead to a delayed deployment or non-deployment of the side curtain airbag and/or seatbelt pre-tensioners. As a result, vehicle occupants have an increased risk of injury in a crash.

🔧 The fix

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will correct the software free of charge. The recall began June 21, 2013. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. Chrysler's recall number is N01.

Is the fix free? Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)
NHTSA campaign
13V233000
Manufacturer recall #
N01
Manufacturer
Chrysler Group LLC
Vehicles affected
254,396
Component
AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE; SEAT BELTS
Owner phone
1-800-247-9753
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Owner letters mailed
Jun 21, 2013
Built
May 6, 2008 – Jul 20, 2012
Recall started by
MFR
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Vehicles in this recall

Is your car affected? Recalls apply to specific VINs. Check my VIN

FAQ

Is the 13V233 recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)

Which vehicles are included in recall 13V233?

2010–2012 Jeep Compass & 2010–2012 Jeep Patriot. 254,396 vehicles may be affected. Check your exact car with its 17-character VIN.

What should I do?

Check your VIN, then call any authorized Jeep dealer to book the free repair or call the manufacturer at 1-800-247-9753.